PhD positions in Structural/Earthquake Engineering at the University of Auckland, New Zealand

Description

Are you passionate about cutting-edge research on designing safer, more resilient structures to withstand earthquakes? Do you want to be part of a team pushing the boundaries of Structural and Earthquake Engineering?

We are seeking highly motivated PhD candidates to work on research projects which are focused on the seismic performance of bridges and unreinforced masonry structures. Based on your background, you will investigate numerically and experimentally the seismic behaviour of novel rocking bridge configurations, or you will examine the dynamic behaviour and retrofit of unreinforced masonry structures from an analytical, numerical, and experimental perspective.

For more details about the positions, please visit the following link: https://profiles.auckland.ac.nz/a-giouvanidis/teaching

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with high-calibre faculty members of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department of the University of Auckland.

Join us in shaping the future of seismic resilience for bridges and historic masonry structures, ensuring safer communities and preserving our cultural heritage!

Candidate Requirements

·      A strong academic background (with a high GPA) in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field (Master’s degree preferred).

·      Programming skills (e.g. MATLAB, Python) and/or familiarity with numerical modelling software (e.g. Abaqus, OpenSees, 3DEC) are desirable.

·      Passionate and self-motivated with good time management skills.

·      Strong problem-solving skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

·      Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Funding

International candidates with a high GPA will compete for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship. The scholarship provides a tax-free stipend of $34,569 (NZD) per annum with an annual CPI adjustment to the stipend value for up to 36 months. While in receipt of the scholarship, the University will cover tuition, student services fees, and single student health insurance. A further six months of scholarship funding may be available following the initial scholarship.

Candidates from China are encouraged to apply for a Scholarship developed in collaboration with the China Scholarship Council (CSC).

Depending on the candidate’s nationality, additional scholarship opportunities can be found here and here.

What We Offer

·      Access to advanced laboratories, testing facilities, and computational resources.

·      Opportunities for international collaboration and networking with leading experts.

·      A dynamic research environment committed to professional and academic growth.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the positions will remain open until filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should contact Dr Anastasios Giouvanidis and submit via email a.giouvanidis@auckland.ac.nz the following documents:

·      A single-page cover letter describing your motivation, research interests, and relevant experience.

·      A detailed CV, including academic background, projects, publications, and contact details of two academic referees.

·      Academic transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate).

About the University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre-eminent research-led University, based in the centre of Auckland City. It employs over 5,400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making it one of NZ’s largest employers. The Faculty of Engineering is also the country’s largest and most successful, with more than 3,900 students and a strong focus on research. We offer a diverse and active research community, and we are proud of our strong international reputation for the quality of our research outputs. We have collaborative links with research groups and industries within New Zealand and worldwide.